Health & Social Care
The course is designed for you if you have an interest in health and social care.
Health & Social Care First Certificate
This course is designed for you if you have an interest in health and social care and wish to develop skills and learn the theory that can prepare you for further study and employment within the sector.
What does the course involve?
There are three units. One is externally assessed and three are internally assessed. The units are:
- Human Lifespan Development
- Health and Social Care Services and Values
- Health and Well-being
Assessment
Qualification
Vocational Level 2
Awarding Body
Edexcel
Entry Requirements
You are not expected to have any previous experience of Health & Social Care.
Career path
This First Certificate is a good foundation for the subject at Level 3 and beyond.
Some students successfully gain places on applied health and social care courses such as NVQ care. Others enter the health and social care workforce, having gained valuable insight and understanding of the industry.
